Control method of air conditioning equipment and air conditioning equipment

Abstract

The invention relates to the technical field of air conditioning equipment, and discloses a control method of air conditioning equipment and the air conditioning equipment. The air conditioning equipment is provided with a flame simulating device. The control method of the air conditioning equipment comprises the steps that the real-time power of the air conditioning equipment is obtained; according to the real-time power of the air conditioning equipment, the target atomization amount of an atomization piece of the flame simulation device is determined; and the atomization amount of an atomization piece of the flame simulation device is controlled and adjusted, so that the atomization amount of the atomization piece reaches the target atomization amount. The atomization amount of the atomization piece is matched with the real-time power of the air conditioning equipment, when the power of the air conditioning equipment is large, the atomization amount of the atomization piece is large, the height of the simulation flame is large, when the power of the air conditioning equipment is small, the atomization amount of the atomization piece is small, and the height of the simulation flame is small. The simulated flame height is adaptively adjusted according to the working state of the air conditioning equipment, the simulated flame height is matched with the power of the air conditioning equipment, the use scene atmosphere requirement is matched, and the comprehensive experience of a user is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of air conditioning equipment technology, and more specifically to control methods and air conditioning equipment. Background Technology

[0002] In the field of indoor environmental control, in order to enhance the visual experience and decorative appeal of products, some products combine flame-like effects with air conditioning equipment. For example, a flame-like simulation module is added to baseboard heaters or baseboard misting humidifiers, which simulates the shape of flames through lighting, dynamic displays, and other means to enhance the product's aesthetics and atmosphere.

[0003] However, existing air conditioning devices with integrated flame-like effects suffer from insufficient functional synergy. Their flame-like effects always maintain a single display mode and cannot be adaptively adjusted according to the device's operating status. This reduces the linkage and intelligent interaction between product functions and makes it difficult to match the atmospheric requirements of different operating scenarios, thus affecting the overall user experience. Summary of the Invention

[0004] In view of this, the present invention provides a control method and an air conditioning device to solve the problem that the simulated flame effect of the air conditioning device always maintains a single display mode and cannot be adaptively adjusted according to the working status of the device.

[0005] In a first aspect, the present invention provides a control method for an air conditioning device, the air conditioning device being equipped with a flame-simulating device, the control method comprising: Obtain the real-time power of the air conditioning equipment; The target atomization amount of the flame-simulating device's atomizing plate is determined based on the real-time power of the air conditioning equipment. Control and adjust the atomization amount of the atomizing plate of the flame-simulating device so that the atomization amount of the atomizing plate reaches the target atomization amount.

[0006] Beneficial effects: By acquiring the real-time power of the air conditioning equipment, the atomization amount of the flame-simulating device is controlled and adjusted according to the real-time power of the air conditioning equipment. This ensures that the atomization amount of the atomizing plate is adapted to the real-time power of the air conditioning equipment. When the power of the air conditioning equipment is high, the atomization amount of the atomizing plate is large, and the height of the simulated flame is high. When the power of the air conditioning equipment is low, the atomization amount of the atomizing plate is small, and the height of the simulated flame is low. The height of the simulated flame is adaptively adjusted according to the working status of the air conditioning equipment. The height of the simulated flame is adapted to the power of the air conditioning equipment, matching the atmospheric requirements of the usage scenario and improving the overall user experience.

[0007] In one optional implementation, determining the target atomization amount of the atomizing plate of the flame-simulating device includes: The target atomization amount of the flame-simulating device is determined by retrieving the preset corresponding data between the real-time power of the air conditioning device and the atomization amount of the atomizing plate.

[0008] Beneficial effects: The preset correspondence between the real-time power of the air conditioning unit and the atomization amount of the atomizing plate is a quantitative relationship obtained in advance through experiments, simulations, or engineering calibrations. Once the real-time power of the air conditioning unit is obtained, there is no need for complex algorithms to calculate or iteratively derive the atomization amount of the atomizing plate in real time. The target value can be determined simply by retrieving the preset data, significantly simplifying the control logic's computational process and shortening the response time from changes in the air conditioning unit's power to adjustments in the atomization amount of the atomizing plate. This allows for more timely switching of the simulated flame effect and avoids delays caused by asynchrony between visual effects and the unit's operating status.

[0009] In one optional implementation, determining the target atomization amount of the atomizing plate of the flame-simulating device includes: The target atomization amount of the flame-simulating device is determined based on the preset ratio between the real-time power of the air conditioning equipment and the atomization amount of the atomizing plate.

[0010] Beneficial Effects: The preset proportional relationship establishes a correlation between the air conditioner's power and the atomization amount of the atomizing plate using mathematical formulas (e.g., atomization amount = real-time power of the air conditioner × proportional coefficient). Compared to storing a large amount of discrete preset corresponding data, only one or a few proportional coefficients need to be stored to calculate the atomization amount. This not only significantly reduces the space occupied by the device's storage module but also simplifies the microcontroller's calculation process. Only one multiplication operation is needed to quickly obtain the target atomization amount of the atomizing plate, avoiding complex operations such as table lookup and matching, further reducing the hardware computing power requirements and saving on equipment R&D and manufacturing costs. In addition, determining the target atomization amount of the atomizing plate according to the preset proportional relationship enables stepless continuous adjustment of the atomization amount, improving the smoothness of the simulated flame effect changes.

[0011] In one optional embodiment, controlling the atomization amount of the atomizing plate of the flame-simulating device includes: Adjust the driving power of the atomizing plate.

[0012] Beneficial Effects: The driving power of the atomizing plate is continuously positively correlated with its atomization volume; that is, the higher the power, the greater the ultrasonic vibration amplitude, and the more water mist produced per unit time. By adjusting the driving power, stepless continuous control of the atomization volume can be achieved, rather than a step-by-step coarse adjustment. The density of the simulated flame can smoothly transition with the working state of the air conditioning equipment, avoiding sudden changes in the flame effect caused by abrupt changes in atomization volume, making the simulated visual effect more delicate and closer to the texture of a real flame. The atomization volume of the atomizing plate in the simulated flame device is the core factor determining the visual layering of the flame. When the air conditioning equipment is running at high power, increasing the driving power of the atomizing plate to increase the atomization volume makes the simulated flame taller and appear more vigorous and full; when the air conditioning equipment is running at low power, reducing the driving power of the atomizing plate to reduce the atomization volume makes the flame lower and softer and lighter. By directly linking the driving power to the atomization volume and the power of the air conditioning equipment, a precise mapping relationship can be established between the two, allowing the density and visual scale of the simulated flame to be highly adapted to the working intensity of the air conditioning equipment, further enhancing the immersive atmosphere of the scene.

[0013] In one optional embodiment, the flame-simulating device includes a plurality of atomizing plates, and controlling the atomization amount of the atomizing plates of the flame-simulating device includes: Control the number of atomizing plates that are activated.

[0014] Beneficial Effects: The core of controlling the number of atomizing plates activated is to achieve on / off control of individual atomizing plates through switching circuits (such as relays and MOSFETs), eliminating the need for complex power or frequency adjustment modules for each atomizing plate, resulting in a simple and mature hardware architecture. From a software perspective, switching the number of activated atomizing plates can be completed simply by outputting high and low level signals from a microcontroller to control the on / off state of the switch, eliminating the need for complex atomization adjustment algorithms and significantly reducing the development and debugging costs of the control program. Furthermore, the flame simulation device does not require stepless continuous variation in atomization volume; instead, it can match different power levels of the air conditioning equipment (such as low, medium, and high power) through graded atomization effects. By controlling the number of activated atomizing plates, a stepped adjustment of the total atomization volume can be achieved, with each level of total atomization volume bound to a fixed number of activated atomizing plates, resulting in an extremely low error rate in atomization volume adjustment. This graded adjustment method is highly compatible with the operating power levels of air conditioning equipment, allowing the height and density of the simulated flame to clearly change with the air conditioning power level. Users can intuitively perceive the correlation between the air conditioning operating status and the flame effect, enhancing the visual experience.

[0015] In one alternative implementation, while controlling and adjusting the atomization amount of the atomizing plate of the flame-simulating device, the rotational speed of the fan of the air conditioning equipment and the luminous flux of the lamp strip are kept constant.

[0016] Beneficial Effects: The constant fan speed provides a stable upward airflow trajectory for the mist, while the constant luminous flux of the light strip provides a uniform light scattering foundation for the mist. Together, they form the core basis of the simulated flame effect. Maintaining this stable foundation allows the user's visual focus to be on the change in flame height with the amount of mist, as increasing the amount of mist results in a higher flame and decreasing it in a lower flame. This avoids the chaotic effects caused by multiple parameters being linked, making the correlation between the simulated flame and the power of the air conditioning equipment more intuitive. If the fan speed or the light strip's luminous flux changes synchronously with the amount of mist, problems such as turbulent airflow leading to mist dispersion and flickering light distorting the flame outline can easily occur. By keeping both constant, adjusting the amount of mist only changes the flame height, ensuring a stable rising pattern of the mist and consistent color rendering. This allows the simulated flame to maintain a clear and natural outline, more closely resembling a real flame and avoiding visual distortion.

[0017] Secondly, the present invention also provides an air conditioning device, the air conditioning device being equipped with a flame-simulating device, the air conditioning device comprising: The acquisition module is used to acquire the real-time power of the air conditioning equipment. The determination module is used to determine the target atomization amount of the atomizing plate of the flame-simulating device based on the real-time power of the air conditioning equipment. The control module is used to control and adjust the atomization amount of the atomizing plate of the flame-simulating device so that the atomization amount of the atomizing plate reaches the target atomization amount.

[0018] Beneficial effects: The air conditioning unit acquires its real-time power through an acquisition module and determines the target atomization amount of the flame-simulating device's atomizing plate based on the real-time power through a determination module. Then, the control module controls and adjusts the atomization amount of the flame-simulating device's atomizing plate to achieve the target atomization amount. The change in the atomization amount of the atomizing plate is reflected in the change of flame height. The flame-simulating effect can be adaptively adjusted according to the air conditioning unit's operating status. The simulated flame height is adapted to the power of the air conditioning unit, matching the atmospheric requirements of the usage scenario and improving the overall user experience.

[0019] Thirdly, the present invention also provides an air conditioning device, the air conditioning device being provided with a flame-simulating device, the flame-simulating device comprising: Atomizing plates are used to atomize water to generate atomized gas. A fan is used to blow the atomized gas out of the mist outlet of the air conditioning device; LED strips are used to illuminate the atomized gas to create a simulated flame; The air conditioning device is configured to adaptively adjust the atomization amount of the atomizing plate according to the real-time power of the air conditioning device.

[0020] Beneficial effects: Because the air conditioning equipment can adaptively adjust the atomization amount of the atomizing plate according to the real-time power of the air conditioning equipment, the simulated flame effect can be adaptively adjusted according to the working status of the air conditioning equipment. The simulated flame effect is adapted to the power of the air conditioning equipment, matches the atmospheric requirements of the usage scenario, and improves the overall user experience.

[0021] In one alternative implementation, the air conditioning device is a baseboard heater or a baseboard atomizing humidifier.

[0022] Beneficial effects: Baseboard heaters or baseboard atomizing humidifiers adaptively adjust the atomization amount of the atomizing plate according to the real-time power of the air conditioning equipment. The simulated flame effect can be adaptively adjusted according to the working status of the air conditioning equipment. The simulated flame effect is adapted to the power of the air conditioning equipment, matching the needs of the usage scenario and improving the overall user experience. Attached Figure Description

[0023] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the specific embodiments or related technologies of the present invention, the drawings used in the description of the specific embodiments or related technologies will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of the present invention. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained from these drawings without creative effort.

[0024] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the simulated flame state of a baseboard heater according to an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 2 This is a cross-sectional view of a skirting board heater according to an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 3 This is a top view of a skirting board heater according to an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the control logic of the air conditioning device of the present invention; Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the first control flow of the control method for the air conditioning equipment according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0025] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures: 100. Baseboard heater; 10. Fan; 20. Atomizing plate; 30. LED strip lights. Detailed Implementation

[0026] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of the present invention clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present invention, not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0027] In the description of the invention, it should be noted that, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more; the terms "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "inner," "outer," "front end," "rear end," "head," "tail," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing the invention and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of the invention. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," "third," etc., are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0028] In the description of this invention, it should also be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention according to the specific circumstances.

[0029] The following is combined with Figures 1 to 5 The following describes embodiments of the present invention.

[0030] According to an embodiment of the present invention, a control method for an air conditioning device, wherein the air conditioning device is provided with a flame-simulating device, such as... Figure 5 As shown, the control method includes: Obtain the real-time power of the air conditioning equipment; The target atomization amount of the flame-simulating device's atomizing plate 20 is determined based on the real-time power of the air conditioning equipment. The atomization amount of the atomizing plate 20 of the flame-simulating device is controlled and adjusted so that the atomization amount of the atomizing plate 20 reaches the target atomization amount.

[0031] By acquiring the real-time power of the air conditioning equipment, the atomization amount of the flame-simulating device's atomizing plate 20 is controlled and adjusted according to the real-time power of the air conditioning equipment. This ensures that the atomization amount of the atomizing plate 20 is matched with the real-time power of the air conditioning equipment. When the power of the air conditioning equipment is high, the atomization amount of the atomizing plate 20 is large, and the height of the simulated flame is high. When the power of the air conditioning equipment is low, the atomization amount of the atomizing plate 20 is small, and the height of the simulated flame is low. The height of the simulated flame is adaptively adjusted according to the working status of the air conditioning equipment, matching the power of the air conditioning equipment to the needs of the usage scenario and improving the overall user experience.

[0032] In some embodiments, determining the target atomization amount of the atomizing plate 20 of the flame-simulating device includes: The target atomization amount of the flame-simulating device is determined by retrieving the preset corresponding data of the real-time power of the air conditioning device and the atomization amount of the atomizing plate 20.

[0033] The preset correspondence between the real-time power of the air conditioning device and the atomization amount of the atomizing plate 20 is a quantitative relationship obtained in advance through experiments, simulations, or engineering calibrations. Once the real-time power of the air conditioning device is obtained, there is no need to calculate or iteratively derive the atomization amount of the atomizing plate 20 through complex algorithms. The target value can be determined simply by directly retrieving the preset data, which greatly simplifies the operation process of the control logic, shortens the response time from the change in the power of the air conditioning device to the adjustment of the atomization amount of the atomizing plate 20, and makes the switching of the simulated flame effect more timely, avoiding the delay problem of the visual effect being out of sync with the device's working status.

[0034] In some embodiments, determining the target atomization amount of the atomizing plate 20 of the flame-simulating device includes: The target atomization amount of the flame-simulating device is determined based on the preset ratio between the real-time power of the air conditioning equipment and the atomization amount of the atomizing plate 20.

[0035] The preset proportional relationship establishes the correlation between the air conditioner's power and the atomization amount of the atomizing plate 20 using mathematical formulas (e.g., atomization amount = real-time power of the air conditioner × proportional coefficient). Compared to storing a large amount of discrete preset corresponding data, only one or a few proportional coefficients need to be stored to calculate the atomization amount of the atomizing plate 20. This not only significantly reduces the space occupied by the device's storage module but also simplifies the microcontroller's calculation process. Only one multiplication operation is needed to quickly obtain the target atomization amount of the atomizing plate 20, avoiding complex operations such as table lookup and matching, further reducing the hardware computing power requirements and saving on equipment research and development and manufacturing costs. In addition, determining the target atomization amount of the atomizing plate 20 according to the preset proportional relationship enables stepless continuous adjustment of the atomization amount of the atomizing plate 20, improving the smoothness of the simulated flame effect changes.

[0036] In some embodiments, controlling the atomization amount of the atomizing plate 20 of the flame-simulating device includes: Adjust the driving power of the atomizing plate 20.

[0037] The driving power of the atomizing plate 20 is continuously positively correlated with its atomization volume; that is, the higher the power, the greater the ultrasonic vibration amplitude, and the more water mist produced per unit time. By adjusting the driving power, stepless continuous control of the atomization volume can be achieved, rather than a step-by-step coarse adjustment. The density of the simulated flame can smoothly transition with the working state of the air conditioning equipment, avoiding sudden changes in the flame effect caused by abrupt changes in atomization volume, making the simulated visual effect more delicate and closer to the texture of a real flame. The atomization volume of the atomizing plate 20 in the simulated flame device is the core factor determining the visual layering of the flame. When the air conditioning equipment is running at high power, increasing the driving power of the atomizing plate 20 to increase the atomization volume makes the simulated flame taller and appear more vigorous and full; when the air conditioning equipment is running at low power, reducing the driving power of the atomizing plate 20 to reduce the atomization volume results in a lower flame that is softer and lighter. By directly linking the atomization amount to the power of the air conditioning device through the driving power, a precise mapping relationship between the two can be established, allowing the density and visual scale of the simulated flames to be highly matched with the working intensity of the air conditioning device, further enhancing the immersive atmosphere of the scene.

[0038] In some embodiments, the flame-simulating device includes a plurality of atomizing plates 20, and controlling the atomization amount of the atomizing plates 20 of the flame-simulating device includes: Control the number of atomizing plates 20 that are turned on.

[0039] The core of controlling the number of atomizing plates 20 that are open is to control the on / off state of each atomizing plate 20 through a switching circuit (such as a relay or MOSFET). This eliminates the need for complex power or frequency adjustment modules for each atomizing plate 20, resulting in a simple and mature hardware architecture. From a software perspective, switching the number of atomizing plates 20 open is achieved simply by outputting high and low level signals from a microcontroller to control the on / off state of the switch, eliminating the need for complex atomization adjustment algorithms and significantly reducing the development and debugging costs of the control program. Furthermore, the flame-simulating device does not require stepless continuous variation in atomization volume; instead, it can match different power levels of the air conditioning equipment (such as low, medium, and high power) through graded atomization effects. By controlling the number of atomizing plates 20 that are open, a stepped adjustment of the total atomization volume can be achieved. Each level of total atomization volume is bound to a fixed number of atomizing plates 20 that are open, resulting in an extremely low error rate in atomization volume adjustment. This tiered adjustment method is highly compatible with the operating power levels of air conditioning equipment, allowing the height and density of the simulated flame to change clearly with the air conditioner's power level. Users can intuitively perceive the relationship between the air conditioner's operating status and the flame effect, enhancing the visual experience.

[0040] In some embodiments, during the process of controlling and adjusting the atomization amount of the atomizing plate 20 of the flame-simulating device, the rotation speed of the fan 10 of the air conditioning equipment and the luminous flux of the lamp strip 30 are kept constant.

[0041] The constant rotation speed of fan 10 provides a stable upward airflow trajectory for the mist, while the constant luminous flux of light strip 30 provides a uniform light scattering basis for the mist. Together, they form the core foundation of the simulated flame effect. Maintaining this stable foundation allows the user's visual focus to be on the change in flame height with the amount of mist, as increasing the amount of mist results in a higher flame and decreasing it results in a lower flame. This avoids the chaotic effect caused by multiple parameters being linked, making the correlation between the simulated flame and the power of the air conditioning equipment more intuitive. If the rotation speed of fan 10 or the luminous flux of light strip 30 changes synchronously with the amount of mist, problems such as turbulent airflow leading to mist dispersion and flickering light distorting the flame outline can easily occur. By keeping both constant, adjusting the amount of mist only changes the flame height, ensuring a stable rising pattern of the mist and consistent color rendering of the light. This allows the simulated flame to maintain a clear and natural outline, more closely resembling a real flame and avoiding visual distortion.

[0042] According to an embodiment of the present invention, in another aspect, an air conditioning device is also provided, the air conditioning device being provided with a flame-simulating device, the air conditioning device comprising: The acquisition module is used to acquire the real-time power of the air conditioning equipment. The determination module is used to determine the target atomization amount of the atomizing plate 20 of the flame-simulating device based on the real-time power of the air conditioning equipment. The control module is used to control and adjust the atomization amount of the atomizing plate 20 of the flame-simulating device so that the atomization amount of the atomizing plate 20 reaches the target atomization amount.

[0043] The air conditioning equipment acquires its real-time power through an acquisition module and determines the target atomization amount of the flame-simulating device's atomizing plate 20 based on the real-time power through a determination module. Then, the control module controls and adjusts the atomization amount of the flame-simulating device's atomizing plate 20 to achieve the target atomization amount. The change in the atomization amount of the atomizing plate 20 is reflected in the change of the flame height. The flame-simulating effect can be adaptively adjusted according to the air conditioning equipment's operating status. The simulated flame height is adapted to the power of the air conditioning equipment to match the atmospheric requirements of the usage scenario and improve the overall user experience.

[0044] According to an embodiment of the present invention, in another aspect, an air conditioning device is also provided, the air conditioning device being provided with a flame smearing device, the flame smearing device comprising: Atomizing plate 20 is used to atomize water to generate atomized gas; Fan 10 is used to blow the atomized gas out from the mist outlet of the air conditioning device; LED strip 30 is used to illuminate the atomized gas to form a simulated flame; The air conditioning device is configured to adaptively adjust the atomization amount of the atomizing plate 20 according to the real-time power of the air conditioning device.

[0045] Because the air conditioning equipment can adaptively adjust the atomization amount of the atomizing plate 20 according to the real-time power of the air conditioning equipment, the simulated flame effect can be adaptively adjusted according to the working status of the air conditioning equipment. The simulated flame effect is adapted to the power of the air conditioning equipment, matches the atmospheric requirements of the usage scenario, and improves the overall user experience.

[0046] In some embodiments, the air conditioning device is a baseboard heater 100 or a baseboard atomizing humidifier.

[0047] The skirting board heater 100 or skirting board atomizing humidifier adaptively adjusts the illumination distance of the light strip 30 according to the real-time power of the air conditioning equipment. The simulated flame effect can be adaptively adjusted according to the working status of the air conditioning equipment. The simulated flame effect is adapted to the power of the air conditioning equipment, matching the needs of the usage scenario and improving the overall user experience.

[0048] like Figures 1-3 As shown in the illustration, a specific embodiment of the present invention provides a baseboard heater 100 with a flame-like atomization humidification function. A fan 10 and an atomizing plate 20 are designed on the left side of the baseboard heater 100 body, and an LED strip 30 is designed in the middle of the body. When turned on, the atomizing plate 20 operates and emits mist upwards. The fan 10 starts blowing air from left to right, transporting the mist along the mist guide channel to the middle of the body and dissipating upwards from the mist outlet. At this time, the LED strip 30 illuminates and passes through the mist outlet at the top of the body, illuminating the atomized shape at the top of the body, forming a flame effect. The visual atomization height is generally used as a criterion for judging the flame effect.

[0049] Based on the single-factor variable method analysis, assuming the luminous flux of the LED strip 30 and the rotation speed of the fan 10 remain constant, an adjustable atomizing plate 20 is designed. The baseboard heater 100 has 1, 2, 3...n power levels; from level 1 to level n, the power and heating output gradually increase. The required flame effect should also increase from weak to strong. If the brightness of the LED strip 30 and the rotation speed of the fan 10 remain constant, such as... Figure 4 As shown, the atomization amount of the atomizing plate 20 corresponds to the 1, 2, 3...n levels of the baseboard heater 100, and can be adjusted to the Q1, Q2, Q3...Qn levels.

[0050] The baseboard heater 100 has 1, 2, 3...n power levels, with the power and heating capacity gradually increasing from level 1 to level n. The desired flame effect should also increase from weak to strong. With the brightness of the LED strip 30 and the fan speed 10 remaining constant, the atomization levels of the atomizing plate 20 are Q1, Q2, Q3...Qn, with the atomization volume gradually increasing. The atomization height h at the outlet continuously increases, creating a difference in the atomization height illuminated by the LED strip 30. This visually more closely approximates the actual heating effect, providing a realistic experience.

[0051] For example, the baseboard heater 100 has five power levels, corresponding to a total power of 400W, 800W, 1200W, 1600W, and 2000W respectively; When the luminous flux of the LED strip 30 is constant at 80lm, the rotational speed of the fan 10 is constant at 2m / s; The atomization capacity of the atomizing plate 20, from the lowest to the highest level, are 100ml / h, 130ml / h, 160ml / h, 190ml / h, and 220ml / h, respectively.

[0052] As the overall power of the heater is adjusted from low to high, the amount of atomization by the atomizing plate 20 also adjusts accordingly. The height of the simulated flame in the user's vision changes in correspondence with the actual power of the heater, making the heating atmosphere created by the simulated flame more realistic. Moreover, users can judge the power of the heater by the flame height, making the assessment of the heater's heating power more intuitive.

[0053] Although embodiments of the invention have been described in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, those skilled in the art can make various modifications and variations without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention, and such modifications and variations all fall within the scope defined by this application.

Claims

1. A control method of an air conditioning apparatus, characterized by, The air conditioning equipment is provided with a flame simulation device, and the control method comprises the following steps: Obtaining the real-time power of the air conditioning equipment; According to the real-time power of the air conditioning equipment, determining the target atomization amount of the atomizing piece (20) of the flame simulation device; Controlling the atomization amount of the atomizing piece (20) of the flame simulation device to reach the target atomization amount.

2. The control method according to claim 1, characterized by, The determination of the target atomization amount of the atomizing piece (20) of the flame simulation device comprises: Retrieving the preset corresponding data of the real-time power of the air conditioning equipment and the atomization amount of the atomizing piece (20) to determine the target atomization amount of the atomizing piece (20) of the flame simulation device.

3. The control method according to claim 1, characterized by, The determination of the target atomization amount of the atomizing piece (20) of the flame simulation device comprises: According to the preset proportional relationship between the real-time power of the air conditioning equipment and the atomization amount of the atomizing piece (20), the target atomization amount of the atomizing piece (20) of the flame simulation device is determined.

4. The control method according to claim 1, characterized by, The control of the atomization amount of the atomizing piece (20) of the flame simulation device comprises: Adjusting the driving power of the atomizing piece (20).

5. The control method according to claim 1, characterized by, The flame simulation device comprises a plurality of atomizing pieces (20), and the control of the atomization amount of the atomizing piece (20) of the flame simulation device comprises: Controlling the number of the atomizing pieces (20) turned on.

6. The control method according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized by, In the process of controlling the atomization amount of the atomizing piece (20) of the flame simulation device, the rotation speed of the fan (10) and the luminous flux of the lamp strip (30) of the air conditioning equipment are kept constant.

7. An air conditioning apparatus provided with a flame simulating device, characterized by comprising: a flame simulating device according to any one of claims 1 to 6; and a control unit operable to control the flame simulating device. Comprise: An acquisition module is configured to acquire the real-time power of the air conditioning equipment; A determination module is configured to determine the target atomization amount of the atomizing piece (20) of the flame simulation device according to the real-time power of the air conditioning equipment; A control module is configured to control the atomization amount of the atomizing piece (20) of the flame simulation device to reach the target atomization amount.

8. An air conditioning apparatus characterized by comprising: The air conditioning equipment is provided with a flame simulation device, and the flame simulation device comprises: An atomizing piece (20) for atomizing water to generate an atomized gas body; A fan (10) for blowing the atomized gas body out of the air outlet of the air conditioning equipment; A lamp strip (30) for irradiating the atomized gas body to form a simulated flame; The air conditioning equipment is configured to adaptively adjust the atomization amount of the atomizing piece (20) according to the real-time power of the air conditioning equipment.

9. The air conditioning apparatus according to claim 7 or 8, wherein The air conditioning equipment is a skirting heater (100) or a skirting atomizing humidifier.

Images